By Hannah Miller, RBT, Care Management Associate/Behavioral Analyst Resilience is our ability to adapt when life becomes difficult. Though we can't control every challenge we face, we can build habits that help us cope, recover, and keep moving forward. Resilience is...
Talking About Driving: Supporting Aging Loved Ones with Compassion
By Hannah Miller, RBT, Care Management Associate/Behavioral Analyst Do you remember the day you passed your driver's license test and received your official driver's license? Oh, joy! The sense of freedom that came with that small piece of paper. The ability to go...
Being There: Advocating for Comfort and Dignity at the End of Life
by Barbara Levison, MA, MSW, CMC, an Aging Life Care Professional What do families need to know about hospice care, pain management, and their role in supporting a loved one at the end of life? We gratefully acknowledge the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA) for...
Navigating Aging with Confidence: The Role of a Health Care Advocate
As we age, we must learn to better care for ourselves, especially when facing serious health challenges that may require guidance and support. Aging brings not only physical changes, such as declining hearing, limited eyesight, and sometimes dementia, but also...
Navigating the Healthcare Maze: Why You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Managing healthcare for a loved one can feel like navigating a maze with no clear path. One appointment turns into several. A new symptom leads to more referrals. And somewhere along the way, you’re expected to keep track of medications, instructions, and next...
20 Smart & Simple Snacks: Fueling Your Loved One’s Health (Without the Stress)
Let's be honest, you're already juggling a million things. Doctor's appointments, medication schedules, insurance calls, and somehow keeping your own life together. The last thing you need is to stress about whether Mom ate something nutritious between...
Reducing the Caregiving Burden: Preventing Burnout Through Support and Resources
By Jackie Tangiers, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Being a caregiver to someone you love is more difficult than people think. It can take a toll on your physical and emotional health, leading to "burnout". You can ease the burden and improve the situation...
Caring for the Aging Heart: What Seniors and Caregivers Should Know
Show Your Heart Some Love This February. February is American Heart Month—a meaningful time to focus on heart health, especially for older adults. As we age, caring for our hearts becomes even more important, and small, thoughtful changes can help protect health,...
Caregiver Burnout: 12 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
By Ellen S. Platt, MEd, CRC, CCM, Aging Life Care™ Manager Caring for a loved one is meaningful, but it can also be overwhelming. Many caregivers don’t recognize burnout until their health, mood, and daily functioning begin to decline. Understanding the early signs...